
Cici Arthur
Way Through
'Way Through' is a collaborative album by Toronto artists Chris Cummings, Joseph Shabason, and Thom Gill (as Cici Arthur), blending lush orchestration with introspective songwriting. Inspired by personal transformation and discovery, it features a 30-piece orchestra led by Owen Pallett and nods to influences like Jobim and Sinatra. The album contrasts Cummings' understated vocals with grand arrangements, exploring themes of regret, resilience, and emotional nuance. Highlights include the reflective 'Cartwheels For Coins,' the upbeat 'Damaged Goods,' and the cinematic closer 'No Fight Or Flight' - a poignant journey through ambition, loss, and rediscovery.